Fit Right Northwest Running & Walking Store is presenting their 6th Annual Lacamas Lake Event!
"This year’s event will be a ½ marathon & 4-mile walk and run. The ½ marathon course follows the same 10-mile course as previous years with an additional “finger-loop” along Camas Meadows Drive. The 4-mile race is a complete loop that takes you on both road and compact dirt trail through the gorgeous Round Lake Park.
This year’s event is shaping up to be our biggest event ever. We will have lots of sponsors that will be onsite and providing discount coupons for products and services for all race participants.
New this year is our inflatable jungle gym for both adults and kids. We’ll have an Obstacle Course, Four Sport Zone and a Velcro Wall. We’ll also have a clothing check this year for all participants.
Finally, this course is also Baby Jogger Friendly. Therefore, please sign up and walk and run these two beautiful courses with your little munchkins!!
Event Overview!
If you haven’t participated in this event before, then you are in for a real treat! This event has been praised for its level of organization and beautiful scenery! The races start and finish at Camas High School, which is only ~25 minutes from Downtown Portland. This venue provides an amazing atmosphere to hold the “expo” portion of the event with its forested background and overlooking view of Lacamas Lake!
The scenic, moderately challenging and accurate courses show off the beauty of both Lacamas Lake (1/2 marathon) and Round Lake (4-mile), and offer plenty of aid stations to keep you from “bonking” before the finish. Medals will be provided to every finisher. Also, when you get back, fruit, bottled water, bagels and food from the Old Spaghetti Factory will be at the expo. There are a lot of choices in the metro area for races. Come see why this event continues to grow by 25% each year and is viewed as one of the most beautiful ½ marathon and 4-mile courses in the region!
Playground for both adults and KIDS. Our friends form Putt Putt To Go, will have an inflatable playground for all to enjoy!
Parents, let your kids play while you run or enjoy the fun for yourself!
Parents!
Don’t forget to bring your kids. Our kid 1k has doubled in size every year helping to make our Lacamas Lake Event a family affair!
This course is now Baby Jogger Friendly. Therefore, please sign up and walk and run this beautiful course with your little munchkins!!
Headphones are allowed this year, but Dogs will not be allowed on the course due to insurance restrictions. Thank you in advance for helping to make the Lacamas Lake ½ Marathon & 4-mile Walk and Run a safe and enjoyable event!
Awards
An awards celebration will take place at ~10:45 am on the infield of the Camas High School Track. All participants, family, friends and members of the community are invited to enjoy this post race celebration. Entertainment will be provided for all and various food, drink and product vendors will be present for all to enjoy!
The following are categories for prizes in the Walk and Run events:
Half Marathon
- Top 3 Women and Men Overall
- Top 3 Women and Men 40 and over (Masters)
4-Mile Run
- Top 3 Women and Men Overall
- Top 3 Women and Men 40 and over (Masters)
4-Mile Walk
- No awards will be given since we are not able to monitor the course and track walkers that walk/jog the course.
Awards must be picked up at the event, they will not be mailed. All awards not picked up at the event will be available at Fit Right Northwest in Vancouver only.
All Age Group Winners will receive a certificate for his/her victory.
Age Divisions for Half Marathon Walk & Run
18 & Under, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over
Age Divisions for 4-Mile Run Only
18 & Under, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over
A Random Prize drawing will be open to all participants throughout the event and at the awards ceremony!
Race Start Times:
- Half Marathon Walk:
7:00 AM Start, check in by 6:30
Walkers ONLY! If you want to walk/jog, please sign up for the run at 8:00 am
- Half Marathon Run
8:00 AM Start, check in by 7:30
- 4-Mile Walk/Run
8:30 AM Start, check in by 8:00
- Kids Dash –
10:30 AM Start - Gather at the Race Start Line, but do not block the finish shoot.
Awards at 10:45am
- Packet Pick-up
PACKET PICK-UP SATURDAY JULY 24TH AT VANCOUVER FIT RIGHT NORTHWEST LOCATION.
10AM-3PM (700 SE 160th, SUITE 111)
Get your bib number, race tee & goody bag!
Timing:
This is a chip timed event providing you with live and accurate results via Strands.com and AASports.
Aid Stations:
For the ½ Marathon Walk & Run race only. Six aid stations will be provided. Participants can expect plenty of water, energy drink and small snacks available at these aid stations. The aid stations are roughly 2 miles apart from each other and the aid stations at miles 5.25 and 11.50 will have restrooms available ~ every 2 miles.
Lodging:
Transportation & Parking
Be green and carpool. This race is ~25 minutes away from Downtown Portland. Please do what you can to car poo!
FREE Parking is available on the school grounds for Camas High School.
Click for Detailed Directions
Directions to Camas High School
26900 SE 15th Street, Camas, WA 98607
From I-5 and I-205 exit on Highway 14 eastbound. Take Highway 14 east to exit 12. Follow NW 6th Ave into downtown Camas. Take a left on Garfield and head North. Take a left onto 14th street, followed by a right onto Everett Street. Proceed North on Everett/SR-500 to SE 15th Street and turn Right. At the top of the hill the new Camas High School will be on your left. Follow signs and parking volunteer’s directions. Note: You will pass the old Camas High School on the way to the new one. Please continue past the old high school, following signs to the event.
From Highway 14 Westbound: Take Highway 14 west to exit 12. Follow NW 6th Ave into downtown Camas. Take a left on Garfield and head North. Take a left onto 14th street, followed by a right onto Everett Street. Proceed North on Everett/SR-500 to SE 15th Street and turn Right. At the top of the hill the new Camas High School will be on your left. Follow signs and parking volunteer’s directions. Note: You will pass the old Camas High School on the way to the new one. Please continue past the old high school, following signs to the event.
Photography
2008 photos by Evan Pilchik
Spectators
We welcome family and friends to cheer on runners and walkers. Some great places for viewing are:
∙ At the track and the start/finish area.
∙ Near mile one on leadbetter road. Parking is available.
∙ Near Mile 5.2 & 11.5 (same location).
Please consult the course map for questions regarding the participant's route.
Be Green!
Fit Right Northwest and the Lacamas Lake Event always try to do our best to be green. We will recycle all paper, plastic, cans, glass and compost. Please do your part to keep our community Green!
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